New Zealand Flax (phormium) Has Had All Its Leaves Bitten Off. What Will Have Done That And Will It Survive?

Question

I am in NW England and back onto a farm with very few farm animals

Answer 1

Do you have visiting dear? The article below says these plants are generally deer resistant but they will eat anything if hungry enough.

http://sonomamg.ucanr.edu/Plant_of_the_Month/Phormium/

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/new-zealand-flax/new-zealand-flax-plant-care.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/animals/camouflage-gardening.htm